50 Best Korean Restaurants near East York

“I had searched previously on Google to find a little spot where to eat and this came up. It's a little shop with almost everything you need for a perfect Korean or Japanese meal! It was freezing cold outside so I ordered a Salmon Bento (17$) including a miso soup, and it was honestly everything I needed. It was so comforting! The cashier was so nice and let me know that my order would be ready in 10 minutes, which was the case! I came in late (~ 2pm) and many sushis were still available. I'll definitely come again if I'm in the area! Thank you so much 💗“

“great food and cocktails- love the sangria! cozy ambience!“

“Loved it! Huge portions, fast and friendly service. 100% would recommend!“

“Great food, service, and atmosphere.“

“Jason made us feel like family when we visited yesterday. food was great, we will be back!“

“The environment is good, the food is good, and the service is fast and nice“

“Had a great lunch here. The katsu is just what you’d expect out of a good katsu: juicy tender meat, great sauce, extra crispy on the outside. The price seems high ($30 for katsu + pop) but you get a lot of food. I got the chicken brown katsu and it came with three large chicken cutlets, corn, rice and salad. If you’re craving katsu this will perfectly satisfy you!“

“Honestly wasn’t expecting much when coming in. They seated us in the section that had majority tablets; Genius idea. The service was fast and efficient. Everything you need is right there at the table or can be answered by the tablet. The table has compartments where you can find utensils, napkins, etc. The food was reasonably priced, generous portions, and tasted good. If there’s anything you need you can look to the tablet to help you. There’s an option to call a server and has options for your inquiry.

TLDR; Pros: fast&efficient, food good&cheap Cons: impersonal/detached style of dinning exp

Overall would recommend; I believe in this place.“

“You need to come here for Korean Fried Chicken. The chicken is saucy, flavourful, juicy, and above all, crispy. I find a lot of spots fail to hit the crispy mark after being drenched in sauce but here, they really hit the mark!

We also ordered the Rose Rice Cakes and Fish Cake Soup. That rice cake is SPICY but some of the best I’ve ever had. It’s sweet, savoury, and cheesy. The fish cake soup is a classic comforting dish.“

“We visited this restaurant during pride and I was really surprised to see that this place wasn't busy like a lot of the other ones nearby because we had a great experience here!

We tried the boneless chicken (supreme and cheesling flavors), rose tteokbokki, and corn cheese. The fried chicken was definitely the standout, perfectly crispy and moist on the inside. We would definitely recommend choosing the supreme as one of your flavors. The tteokbokki was also delicious. The cheese corn was okay; I would say I've had better at other Korean restaurants.

Our server was super fun and lively. She greeted us as soon as we walked in and made sure to clearly explain how everything in the restaurant worked (you order through tablets). The ambience isn't really anything fancy, but that's not something I really care about.

Overall, I would definitely recommend this restaurant and will definitely be back for the chicken.“

“Notably very friendly staff. Was warmly greeted upon entering the restaurant. Staff was extremely courteous and did not have to wait too long to receive my order. If anything the spot is a bit too small and they would do better with a bigger location. Overall, a great experience…“

“My first time here!
The staff was really nice and polite.
I ordered kimchi stew with pork and it was good (needed a little more salt to my taste though) and the stir-fried noodles with rice cake, fish cake and bulgogi beef was my favorite (but I wish I ordered the spicy version!)

All in good, I left with a full tummy and felt happy! x)“

“맛있다 , 다음 번에 다시 돌아 볼 수 있습니다.“

“This place is a top 3 Korean spot in the city for me. Our server Hannah was incredible and no matter how busy the place is (they’ve got one server) she’s always happy to help. The katsu was delicious, Korean Dumplings had a great spice mixed in with the pork, and the japchae was basically the best I’ve ever had. I live on the other side of the city but I go out of my way to come here.“

“That fried chicken sandwich is currently sitting as my #1 in Toronto, and I've eaten a lot. The fillings, the sauce, the bread, all so good. If you're in the area and you need a lunch, call ahead for a sandwich, will not regret. It is also massive! Their fried chicken is really crispy. It's on my top 5 list for crispiest chicken in the city. Chicken is fresh, oil is fresh. I like that they don't put the sauce on your chicken, that way it won't get soggy on your way home and when you reheat, the sauce won't burn. Their spicy yangnyeom was good, but not the best in town. Their soy garlic was only ok, a bit too runny. Their radishes were also only ok. Their kimchi fries were good, but Banh Mi Boys ironically does that better. But without a doubt, I'm going back for that fried chicken sandwich.
This place is takeout only.“

“Hidden behind the plaza is this hidden gem, we were warmly welcome with exceptional customer service. Its a family owned business, the food looked delicious, the mandu and kalguksu were delicious and I recommend coming here. The owner is so nice and caring, the food has very generous portions. Give the place a try you wont regret it!!!“

“I have to say it is very yum food. Absolutely loved the food. bulgogi beef and bbq eel, was absolutely tasty! There was one person working a very humble and kind worker! Thank you!

The only - which I personally would ask the owner to work for is range hood. Coz it smells very very smoky there bcs of the food and you get soak all the smell from the kitchen. Otherwise can’t wait to get back for another portion of bimbap👻😍✨“

“super testy chicken fried 😍😋“

“Conveniently located in Toronto Chinatown, across the street from Art Gallery of Ontario, short walking distance to Ontario College of Art & Design University, Kachi is my all time favorite Korean restaurant.

My first time trying their AYCE lunch, I am able to find many vegetable dishes. It is good value for money, especially attracting students and budget travellers, who want to have a tasting sample of Korean cuisine.“

“My aunt & I came from Texas for BTS and I was craving Korean food and found this place near our Airbnb.

The food was delicious especially the spicy bean sprout soup we get in the beginning. (Something I will def miss going back to Tx)

Our server was so sweet and attentive. I def recommend this place and they’re open late as well.“

“crispy chicken could eat it all day long every day“

“While we were in the area having dinner, we decided to pick up something for lunch the following day and ended up deciding on gimbap. After trying the food, we instantly had regrets that we didn't come here for dinner the night before! Really fresh and well made, at a price point that's very reasonable for the portion sizing. We'll definitely be back for a sit-down meal soon, and have added this restaurant to the list of places we'd pick up a tray from for parties.“

“One of the best korean traditional and fusion food. Proud to be korean ♡♡ 꺅 <3“

“grest seafood pancake large enough to share for 2 enjoyed the bibimbap hot stonr pot and the ja jeung mein wastasty and filling.“

“Ordered the beef short rib stew and soy sauce garlic fried chicken. Really hit the spot on a rainy day.

Service was warm and quick.

Food was delicious. I liked how the stew was served in a large bowl.

Will be back again next time I’m craving Korean food. It’s good we have Korean restaurants in Scarborough and I don’t need to go all the way to North York.“

“Delicious juicy chicken great taste best chicken on Eglinton 10/10“

“Was craving some Korean so I decided to try this place. This hit the spot! Had the Spicy Pork Bibimbap and Seafood Pancake and pear juice. Food was great. Staff was friendly. Atmosphere was quaint, not too noisy. It just right! Recommend to go.“

“First time ordering from The Fry on Uber, love it! First of all, the package is really lovely (feels like a gift given by a friend), and the fried chicken is soooooo gooooood✨🤤 Very tasty, and great amount for a friendly price~~~ Thank youuuu✨“

“Excellent spot for Korean food - one of my favourites in Korea town. Solid menu and good prices and they staff is very sweet. We always get the Korean pancakes and the Sotteok Sotteok. Next time getting the share platter of chicken because it was huge and looked delicious!“

“Yupdduk offers a delightful take on Korean cuisine, especially known for its signature tteokbokki, which balances spicy, sweet, and savory flavors perfectly. The rice cakes are consistently chewy and complemented by rich sauces, while popular dishes like cheese-topped options and spicy chicken add variety to the menu. With generous portions and bold flavors, it’s a go-to for comfort food lovers. Despite occasional service delays during busy hours, the cozy atmosphere“

“It’s yummy, good service, clean and place is better than old place“

“I ordered the Spicy Stir Fried Pork and the Tteokbokki, Kimbap, and Fish Cake soup set. The main dishes were absolutely delicious, and what really impressed me was that every single side dish was flavorful and fresh. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Korean takeout!“

“Good taste with good service.“

“Fantastic hidden gem! The food is delicious, service is very friendly and attentive, art is unique, and overall vibes are great. I held my birthday at Tiger Den and we had a wonderful time! I have recommended the place to several friends - we love the happy hour deals too!“

“Fun atmosphere and our server was great. Quick service and friendly. Not sure how prices compare to other places in Toronto, but it seemed on par with similar places in Chicago. Only negative part of the night was the extremely loud and chaotic table sitting directly behind us.“

“Can easily make their bibimbap and kimbap vegan! The japchae is vegan too. Delicious food and super lovely staff! Separately have to shout out the $9 kimbap - nice option on-the-go or if you need a good filling snack. (Some pieces in the photo have more pieces under them)“

“The food we ordered was authentic Korean dishes & it tastes exactly authentic. Yukgaejang broth tastes better than many other ones I have tried. Spicy beef intestines soup, would recommend for hang over. Overall, everything was great especially the bun chun tasted exactly the way my grandma used to make it.“

“I ate at many korean restaurants and I can say that the food is delicious. I had their army stew which had so much flavours and toppings. I enjoyed every last bit. Plus there was a 10% discount if you pay in cash. Highly recommend. I only wish they can add maybe one more side dish“

“Great location with a welcoming atmosphere and excellent service. Our waitress, Serina, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. She was professional, helpful, and contributed to a great dining experience. Highly recommend this place, and we’ll definitely be back!“

“It’s better then KFC Cheese stick OMG🤤best I’ve ever had The spicy 🌶️ pastas ou 😋 So I give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I love the feeling of this place! Calm, low light, good for a group of friends and a first date.

The Truffle Funghi and the KFC Soy Garlic are both great options!

The service here is quick, keep in mind no splitting bills on groups larger than 6

Happy Eating🤝“

“I've been to this restaurant several times. It is basically furnished but you don't come here for the atmosphere. The main thing that stood out to me for this restaurant was the service and the friendliness and attentiveness of the server which never failed us!“

“Generous portions and great gamjatang. Had a really good perilla taste. My favourite was their new dish which was the grilled mapo ppyeo gui. Serves 2-3 people. The meat was tender and had a nice grilled flavour. The sauce was sweet with a little bit of spice. You will need to order a side of rice for their shared dishes.“

“A KOREAN RESTAURANT IN CANADA YOU MUST TRY
Food: 8/10 🍽
Atmosphere: 7.5/10 ✨
Wine: 9/10 🍷
Staff: 10/10 👏
Price: $30–$40 per person 💰
Overall: 8.5/10“

“Cute Korean restaurant about 3-5 min walk from Finch Subway station. Tip: exit through the passenger pickup area of Finch station if you're walking, that's the closest exit to the restaurant. I came here specifically to try their Ganjang Gejang (raw blue crab marinated in soy sauce), it seems that they might be the only restaurant that serves this dish in Toronto, that I could find and know of. There is a very slight fishy smell when I sniffed it, which is expected since it's raw crab, but when I was eating it, I didn't find it fishy at all, it was really delicious. The crab roe was soft and rich, the meat was smooth and fresh, everything went really well with the rice. I can see why this dish is called a rice thief now. I was really tempted to order another bowl of rice but on account of my diet I stopped myself. I would definitely try this dish again. I also ordered the kimchi stew and my friend got a spicy beef soup. Although it was not as outstanding as the Ganjang Gejang, Both were delicious and portions were good. The side dishes were good as well. Not sure if there's free refills or not since we didn't ask for any. The service was good, it's a smaller shop, seems like it's family owned. People were doing multi jobs so if you wanted more tea or something you have to ask them, they do really try to check up you though and would walk around once in awhile to refill your tea and see how you're doing. Overall a good dining experience, I would come back to try their raw crab. However if I was just going out for Korean food then I may not specifically go out of my way to come here since although the other dishes were good, it's not super outstanding. Aside from indoor dining they also have outdoor dining, there's a big white tent outside, they provides pretty good shelter, there's also hanging lights out there, really cute set up. We dined inside though since it was windy.“

“Very tasty food. Our seafood kimchi pancake is always perfect - nice and crispy and it wasn't too spicy (I have a low-ish spice tolerance and found it okay even though it has 1 chilly next to it on the menu).
I love their hot stone bibimbap, so have ordered it several times. My favorite is the shrimp bibimbap and I'm always happy with it--comes with lots of rice and vegetables; the shrimp is perfect, nice and juicy. I managed to get the rice golden brown (yay!) I tried adding a bit of the soy sauce that came with the pancake to the crispy rice and thought it tasted pretty good too. During the summer, they have excellent cold noodles--I love the soup version because it's so refreshing. They provide generous portions, and I've had to ask for a small container to take home my leftovers (mostly rice, so I plan to make myself a stir fried rice for next day's lunch).
Every time we visited, we had to wait for a table. They keep a waitlist (2024 UPDATE: they got a digital kiosk now! No more notebooks. Located to the right of the door, so make sure to fill it in). On Friday evenings there's usually 6-8 people on the waitlist by 5pm (which is about a 40-50 minute wait). You get a text message when your table is ready.
There is a 10% discount if you pay by cash.
They have booths of different sizes from 2 people to large groups of 10-14 (maybe more? Depends on how close you want to sit to each other?)
Only down side is the smell of food that clings to you after you leave.“

“Lots of great lunch special deals for only $15! Just note that you need to pay with cash or debit. We tried them for a quick lunch during the week. Service was solid - the lady working here was very nice and was working the front by herself.

My friends ordered the spicy pork and the spicy chicken dishes. Both came with a soup on the side. They preferred the pork over the chicken. I got the pork bone soup and found it interesting. It doesn't taste like your traditional pork bone soup and I can't put my finger on what the difference is. Not necessarily a bad thing but if you're a traditionalist you may not be happy with that surprise. The meat portion on the dish was kind of light, but it really falls off the bone well.

Atmosphere feels a bit more like a bar than a restaurant. Would imagine it would be fun drinking here!“

“Truly deserving greater accolades! The kind lady cooks really delicious home-made Korean food. They taste even better than those in sit-in restaurants! These are pictures of the lunch boxes, which have been my absolute favourite. They are of excellent quality every time (see pictures), and the beef lunch box in particular has been my favourite.“

“The service is great! The tea is delicious, and free! I highly recommend the cheese dakgalbi, along with fried rice to mix into the leftover sauce near the end of the meal.“

“Really a nice place to have Korean grill. We enjoyed the food a lot. Meats are delicious, seafood ok, not many side dishes but all taste good. Lack one ingredient is the chillies for wrapping with the lettuce. Guess no one order rice but I did and really very dry like leftover 😅 overall I will recommend this place and will definitely going back again“